Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – April 7, 2025

Friday night, I had the opportunity to witness the Elsik High School boys’ soccer team compete at the state semi-finals. Congratulations to Coach Cox and the team on their success. We should all be Alief proud of their resilience, focus, and tenacity. I look forward to watching them compete for the state championship this Saturday at 6:30 pm in Georgetown, Texas. I hope everyone in Alief that can travel to support them will come out and cheer them on to victory!

Elsik HS Soccer Game

Thank you to our enrollment and PreK team for their efforts to enroll our community in our early learning opportunities. Mrs. Mari Martinez, Early Childhood Coordinator, and Mrs. Mindy Robertson, Director of Student Services, we appreciate you organizing this opportunity for our community and students. We know that these early learning opportunities pay significant dividends for students in their later years as students! In the upcoming weeks, the team will make even more efforts to reach more families here in Alief. Please encourage your eligible neighbors to take advantage of our early learning centers and what they provide!

Prek Enrollment

Testing starts this week. Parents, please help us with the following:

1. Make sure students get plenty of rest the night before
2. Make sure students arrive at school on time
3. Encourage students to take their time and to do their best

Alief ISD Celebrates the 2025 Teacher of the Year Nominees!

Alief ISD is proud to recognize the outstanding educators who have been nominated for the 2025 Teacher of the Year award. These dedicated professionals exemplify excellence in teaching, inspiring students, and making a lasting impact on our schools and community.

Join us in celebrating their hard work and commitment to public education! The district will announce the Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year on April 17, 2025. Stay tuned for this exciting recognition!

Alief Hastings High School Student-Run Store Surpasses $100,000 in Sales!

Alief Hastings High School’s student-run store has reached an exciting milestone, surpassing $100,000 in sales for the 2024-2025 school year! Through this hands-on experience, students are not only selling merchandise but also gaining valuable real-world business skills in marketing, finance, and customer service.

Congratulations to Ms. Masaryk and her hardworking team for this outstanding achievement. Their dedication and entrepreneurial spirit continue to make a lasting impact!

Alief Students Shine in Prestigious Writing Competition

Alief ISD is proud to celebrate the incredible achievements of several talented students from Albright Middle School, Killough Middle School, and Kerr High School who have been recognized for their outstanding writing skills. These students earned Silver and Gold Key awards from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards and the Harris County Department of Education, a prestigious honor that highlights their creativity, dedication, and literary talent.

Congratulations to our exceptional students and the dedicated teachers who inspire and support them every step of the way. Your hard work and passion for writing are truly commendable!

Kerr and Taylor High School Theatre Programs Advance in UIL One-Act Play Competition

Alief ISD proudly congratulates the Kerr High School and Taylor High School Theatre programs for their outstanding performances in the UIL One-Act Play competition! Both programs have advanced to the bi-district level, showcasing their talent, dedication, and passion for the arts.

We applaud the hard work of our student actors, directors, and crew members who bring these productions to life. Best of luck as you continue to shine on stage!

A Full-Circle Moment at Alief Alexander Elementary!

The Alexander family, namesake of our school, recently returned for a special visit to film an episode of The Pros Show, Austin and Me with pro golfer Jason Alexander, the namesake’s son. During their time on campus, Jason took a moment to shine a spotlight on our incredible students and dedicated staff in special education. It was a truly inspiring visit, celebrating the legacy of the Alexander family and the amazing work happening at our school!

“Let’s Make It Clear” Backpack Policy

In an effort to improve the safety measures currently in place, beginning with the 2025-2026 school year and beyond, Alief ISD will require all intermediate, middle, and high school students to use clear backpacks.

Students participating in an extracurricular activity are permitted to carry non-transparent bags to store items pertaining to their particular activity (i.e., band, athletics, etc.).

All extracurricular activity bags must be stored in designated areas upon entry into the school and are subject to search.

Additionally, the maximum size for non-transparent bags that students in intermediate, middle, and high school will be permitted to carry during the school day, such as lunch kits, pencil bags, and purses, will be “6 x 9”.

Elementary school students will be allowed to continue using traditional backpacks.

For more information, please visit our designated webpage HERE.

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